1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 848 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |